DSP Direct Care Worker

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Golden Heart Des Moines

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Urbandale, Iowa

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual or behavioral disabilities in home and community settings. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, transportation, and documenting services provided.

Qualifications

You are a compassionate and reliable individual, at least 18 years old, with a valid driver's license (preferred but not always required). You have the ability to pass a background check and are willing to learn how to provide personal care and assist with daily living activities for clients with disabilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Medication reminders

Documentation of services provided

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
Location: Des Moines area (Paid Drive Time)
Full or Part-time | Group Home & Community-Based Care for higher functioning clients
DSP Providing Direct Care and working alongside other Support Staff in the home for clients with disabilities (intellectual or behavioral)

Shifts Available:
Day, Evening, & Weekend Options, we have flexible scheduling to fit your life and support someone else's!

Golden Heart is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide in-home and community-based support to individuals including adults with intellectual disabilities across Iowa.

We are seeking compassionate and dependable individuals to work either an 8hr shift or 2.5-4hr shifts (paid drive time), providing consistent, high-quality care in a home-like setting. We provide paid training and ongoing support to help you succeed, apply today!
Qualifications
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Valid driver’s license (preferred but not required for all roles)
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Compassionate, reliable, and willing to learn
Responsibilities include:
  • Personal care and assistance with daily living activities (ADLs)
  • Meal preparation, housekeeping, and home management tasks
  • Transportation to appointments and community activities
  • Medication reminders (with training provided)
  • Documentation of services provided
  • Encouraging independence and supporting client goals
  • Ensuring a safe and supportive environment throughout shifts
Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Flexible weekend scheduling
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities for advancement
Hiring starts today! We will contact you within 24-48hrs for a pre-screen and schedule an interview at Golden Heart! 

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Golden Heart Des Moines

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